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Descanso Resort

Hollywood Moderne Meets Poolside Palm Springs

Descanso Resort
A king-sized bed with white linens and green pillows with a green couch and black chairs at Descanso Resort in Palm Springs
A green accent wall makes a bold statement in this room at the Descanso Resort in Palm Springs, California
A staircase leads guests up to the second floor of comfortable poolside rooms at the Descanso Resort in Palm Springs, California
Bikes are available for guests to use at the Descanso Resort in Palm Springs
A fountain with bubbling water helps keep the pool area at Descanso Resort in Palm Springs calm and serene
The front desk at Descanso Resort in Palm Springs, California, is made of green and white tile
Gray lounge chairs in a row along the side of the gorgeous pool at Descanso Resort in Palm Springs, California
Green leaves make up an unusual pattern in the comfortable lounge and lobby at Descanso Resort in Palm Springs
A bed with white linens pops next to the green painted wall and matching couch and desk chair at Descanso Resort Palm Springs
A light green couch and white table are part of the decor in this comfortable living room at Descanso Resort in Palm Springs
Descanso Resort
A king-sized bed with white linens and green pillows with a green couch and black chairs at Descanso Resort in Palm Springs
A green accent wall makes a bold statement in this room at the Descanso Resort in Palm Springs, California
A staircase leads guests up to the second floor of comfortable poolside rooms at the Descanso Resort in Palm Springs, California
Bikes are available for guests to use at the Descanso Resort in Palm Springs
A fountain with bubbling water helps keep the pool area at Descanso Resort in Palm Springs calm and serene
The front desk at Descanso Resort in Palm Springs, California, is made of green and white tile
Gray lounge chairs in a row along the side of the gorgeous pool at Descanso Resort in Palm Springs, California
Green leaves make up an unusual pattern in the comfortable lounge and lobby at Descanso Resort in Palm Springs
A bed with white linens pops next to the green painted wall and matching couch and desk chair at Descanso Resort Palm Springs
A light green couch and white table are part of the decor in this comfortable living room at Descanso Resort in Palm Springs

Descanso Resort

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Hotel Backstory

Descanso Resort is a 16-room gay men’s resort in Palm Springs with a relaxed Hollywood Moderne vibe and just enough polish to make doing absolutely nothing feel like a plan. Reimagined from top to bottom in 2021, the property pairs spacious rooms and mountain-view balconies with lush gardens, a heated pool and spa, and the easy indoor-outdoor living Palm Springs does best.

The look nods to the city’s glamorous past without feeling stuck in it. As General Manager Charles Zalepeski puts it, “Rock Hudson may never have slept here, but if he had, he definitely would have written home about...

Descanso Resort is a 16-room gay men’s resort in Palm Springs with a relaxed Hollywood Moderne vibe and just enough polish to make doing absolutely nothing feel like a plan. Reimagined from top to bottom in 2021, the property pairs spacious rooms and mountain-view balconies with lush gardens, a heated pool and spa, and the easy indoor-outdoor living Palm Springs does best.

The look nods to the city’s glamorous past without feeling stuck in it. As General Manager Charles Zalepeski puts it, “Rock Hudson may never have slept here, but if he had, he definitely would have written home about it.” Rooms feature king-size beds, luxury linens and bath products, refrigerators, and thoughtful touches, while outside, luxe daybeds, a garden shower, mist cooling system, and communal fire pit make the courtyard tempting in every season.

Descanso is clothing-optional, welcoming, and made for slowing down. Start the day with complimentary continental breakfast, linger over poolside lunch, grab a bike for a spin through the nearby Uptown Design District, then come back for another dip. With mountain views, a private setting, and a social atmosphere that never feels forced, Descanso makes it very easy to understand why guests keep finding reasons to stay a little longer.
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Accommodation type: LGBTQ+, Part of a Collection
288 E Camino Monte Vista Palm Springs CA 92262
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About this property

Descanso Resort is a clothing-optional gay men’s resort in Palm Springs, tucked near the Uptown Design District and designed for travelers who want equal parts relaxation, privacy, and easygoing social time. The 16-room property features spacious accommodations, a heated saltwater pool and spa, mountain views, complimentary breakfast and poolside lunch, bicycles, and a cantina stocked with snacks and beverages.

It’s an especially good fit for adult travelers looking for a smaller, more intimate alternative to a large resort, with Palm Springs style, thoughtful service, and plenty of reasons to stay by the pool.

Year Built: 1957
Architect: Unknown

Hotel Amenities

  • Architecture: Spanish/ Mediterranean
  • Bicycles
  • Breakfast Included
  • Clothing Optional
  • Hot Tub
  • Internet / Wi-Fi
  • LGBTQ+ Clothing Optional
  • Lunch Included
  • Swimming Pool(s)

    • FAQs

    Is there a swimming pool?

    Yes, there is a heated swimming pool.

    Is parking offered on site?

    Yes, free parking is offered on site.

    Does the hotel have a restaurant on site?

    A continental breakfast is served in the morning and lunch is offered poolside. Both are complimentary for guests. There is also a cantina where snacks and beverages are available all day.

    What type of views can guests expect from their rooms at the hotel?

    There are beautiful views of the San Jacinto Mountains and many rooms look out onto the lovely pool area.

    Is the hotel a clothing-optional resort?

    Yes, Descanso Resort is clothing optional.

    Does the hotel offer complimentary breakfast options?

    Yes, a continental breakfast is served in the morning.